Recover from Homeschool Parent Burnout
Homeschooling is not always easy. If you’re struggling, you are not alone! For most of us, homeschooling is added onto other responsibilities in the home, as well as making time for family and friends, and maybe even a part-time or full-time job. Because it concerns the education and potential future of your child, homeschooling is […]
Easy, Family-Friendly Holiday Games and Activities
Is your “to-do” list packed? Will company be arriving at your house in a few short days? Are decorations only just beginning to mesh and has your shopping list reached the ground? Although the holiday season is filled with joy, demands seem to be endless and stress, tangible. In the midst of chaos, it can […]
Veterans Day Activities for Children
Each year, on November 11, a Veterans Day National Ceremony is held at Arlington National Cemetery. At 11 a.m., a color guard made up of members from each of the branches of military service, honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces. Many homeschooling families use the time leading up to […]
Fall Learning Activities for Kids
Fall, and all of the season’s beautiful colors, foods, sports, and festivals, is here. For all of us involved in our children’s education, fall is a pivotal time to strengthen skills, reclaim any learning losses from “summer slide”, and prevent student burnout early in the school year. Fall learning activities can be just what your […]
Why Is My Child Falling Behind in School? How Do I Help?
You awake one morning with a gnawing feeling in the pit of your stomach. You suspect that your child is struggling in school, and you feel a stab of guilt as you realize that you may not be doing everything possible to make sure they succeed. This feeling can occur whether your child is in […]
Manage and Prevent Homeschool Student Burnout
As homeschoolers, we often visualize utopian images of what a homeschool day should look like. We envision our children deeply engaged and excited about learning, asking inquisitive questions, debating topics, and seeking new information to further their learning. We want their educational experiences to be invigorating, and work hard to help them to reach their […]